1071-1078AD - Follis - Michael VII Doukas - Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
$14.00
Features
Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
Emperor | |
Type | Standard circulation coins |
Years | 1071-1078 |
Value | Follis (1⁄288) |
Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 7.9 g |
Diameter | 28 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Number | N#140801 |
References | BCV# 1878 |
Obverse
IC-XC at top left and top right of nimbate bust of Christ facing, nimbate cross behind head, right hand raised, holding book of gospels in left hand, star to left, star to right
Lettering: IC-XC
Reverse
Bearded bust of Michael VII facing, wearing crown and loros, holding labarum and cross on globe.
Lettering: MIXAHL RACIL O D
